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Higher education in Austria has always been prestigious and popular among foreign students from all over the world. Students get high-quality educational services, and the cost of studying is different from many university in Switzerland , United States , Great Britain with the same high quality. For international students, it should be remembered that the preparation for universities in Austria is very important.
There are no restrictions on the number of students in most specialties: this is a feature of the Bologna system adopted here, thanks to which each student has the right to higher education. But with this availability, the annual number of graduates of Austrian universities is relatively small. This is due to the complexity and depth of studying, as well as a large number of independent work and strict requirements for attendance. Higher education in Austria will require students to maximize concentration and concentration, the ability to concentrate and learn hard and carefully, to work independently. The price of higher education in Austria is very low (it is either free or its cost does not rise above 1500-2000 euros per academic year), but only the most persistent and ambitious students are eligible for a prestigious and valuable diploma.
Most often, Austrian universities do not issue strict admission requirements and do not even organize entrance exams. Additional tests are expected only for students who claim the place of the most prestigious and popular specialties: medicine, architecture, journalism, psychology. In addition, you will not even need a certificate of knowledge of the German language: most universities provide a great opportunity to attend language courses after the beginning of studying. Of course, a good language level in any case will be an excellent help, but it is not strictly required, as, for example, in universities of the United States and Great Britain.
In order to enter undergraduate programme, only a certificate of secondary education will be required. If you are applying for a place in the Master's programme, Austrian universities will be more partial to the package of documents: you will need to prepare a Bachelor's degree and a resume or work experience in the specialty, letters of recommendation and feedback from employers.
Preparation programs for applicants from Austrian universities usually take no more than a year: they are designed for academic and linguistic development, as well as for adaptation to the national education system. Foreign students also can get an opportunity to enter a two-year course IB (International Baccalaureate) - this certificate gives a significant advantage on admission, allowing you to study deeply and profile the most priority and important subjects of the chosen specialty.
In general, there are several tips for foreign students planning to enter universities in Austria:
1) Have good command of German language - yes, it is not necessary, but will give you a strong competitive advantage and facilitate studying in the future. Of course, it is best to study the language in an atmosphere of language immersion - in Germany and Austria there is a huge amount language courses , schools and camps for international students.
2) Clarify the deadline for submitting an application, package of documents.
3) Specify if there are entrance examinations or tests in your specialty. If they are present, SMAPSE experts will pick up an effective preparation course, which will easily help you pass even complex testing. For example, if you are on the direction of medicine or journalism, we will offer you quality courses designed for six months or a year.
Remember that after graduating, students can expect to receive permanent residence and work permit in the country according to their specialty, so it is worthwhile to approach seriously the issue of preparation to the universities of Austria and to study directly.
Please, don't hesitate to contact SMAPSE experts as they are always ready to answer all your questions.
The American International School in Salzburg
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There are no restrictions on the number of students in most specialties: this is a feature of the Bologna system that is adopted here. Due to it, each student has the right to get higher education. The vast majority of Austrian higher education institutions offer a wide range of educational programs for preparing for entering Austrian universities. In addition, there are options for studying after 10th and 11th grade for foreign applicants. But with this opportunity, the annual number of graduates of Austrian universities is relatively small. This is because of the complexity and depth of studying, as well as a large number of independent work and strict attendance requirements.
Higher education in Austria will require maximum concentration from students, the ability to concentrate and learn hard, work independently. The cost of higher education in Austria is quite low (it is either free, or its cost does not rise above 1,500 - 2,000 EUR per academic year), however, only the most persistent and ambitious students receive the right to receive a prestigious and valuable diploma.
Most often, universities in Austria don't set strict entry requirements and don't even organize entrance exams. Only for students, applying for the most prestigious and popular specialties, there are additional tests:
In addition, you don't even need a certificate of German proficiency: most universities provide an opportunity to attend German language courses after starting the course. Of course, a good command of the language in any case will be an excellent help, but it is not a strictly necessary condition, as, for example, at universities in the USA and Great Britain.
In order to enter the undergraduate program, you will only need a certificate of secondary education: if you received it abroad, you will need to transfer it and provide a translation certified by a notary to the admission committee. If you apply for a Master's program, Austrian universities will be more strict to the package of documents: you will need to prepare a Bachelor's degree and resume or work experience in the specialty, letters of recommendation and feedback from employers.
In general, SMAPSE specialists can give the following advice to applicants planning to enter universities in Austria:
Remember that after graduating, students can count on obtaining permanent residence and permission to work in the country in the specialty they have received. So, you take seriously the issue of preparing for universities in Austria, as well as studying after 10th, 11th grade. With help of SMAPSE you will discover the broadest career opportunities and you can become a truly sought-after and successful specialist.
Specialists of the educational portal SMAPSE are ready to offer you a wide range of options for preparing for universities abroad, universities in Austria, as well as studying after grades 10 and 11 grades.
On the current page, you can find a list of higher education institutions in Austria that offer courses for foreign applicants, as well as a description of all available educational programs with estimated tuition fees.
SMAPSE experts have many years of experience in the educational field and are ready to help at any time convenient for you. Leave a request for a free consultation in a special form on this page - we will contact you.
| 1 | Amadeus International School Vienna |
| 2 | American International School Salzburg AISS |
| 3 | St Gilgen International School |
| Name | Meaning | Equivalent | Min. age | Duration, years |
Next stage | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GCSE | General certificate of secondary education | secondary education (non-accomplished) | 14 | 1–2 | A-Levels | 15,000 USD+ |
| A-Levels | Advanced level | secondary education (accomplished) | 16 | 2 | University | 15,000 USD+ |
| BTEC | Business and Technology Education Board | secondary special education | 14 | 2–3 | University/ work | 15,000 USD+ |
| Oxbridge Preparation | Preparing for Oxford and Cambridge | secondary education (accomplished) | 17 | 1 | University | 15,000 USD+ |
| International Baccalaureate | International baccalaureate | secondary education (accomplished) | 16 | 2 | University | 18,000 USD+ |
| Foundation/ Pathway Year | Preparatory year | admission to the 1st year of university | 17 | 1 | University | 14,000 USD+ |
| NCUK | The Northern consortium | 2 year university | 17,5 | 1 | 2 year University of NCUK | 13,000 USD+ |
| Special Preparation (Medics/Math/Business) | Specialized training | - | 14 | optional | optional | 4,000 USD+ |
| Academic English | Academic English | Language school | 8 + | 6–12 months | School or University | 8,000 USD+ |
| Expenses - USD/Month. | Min. | Med. |
|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | 287 | 380 |
| Food | 241 | 436 |
| Transportation | 40 | 151 |
| Communications and utilities | 73 | 108 |
| Clothing | 28 | 104 |
| Sports and leisure | 25 | 98 |
| Total | 693 | 1,278 |
| Name | Bakkalaureus |
|---|---|
| Deadline | September 1, February 1 |
| The probability of admission | 87% |
| Duration | 3-4 years |
| Average cost | from 1500 euros per year (in German), from 12000 euros in English |
| Expulsion statistics | 59% |
| Language of tuition | German |
| Minimum level of German | TestDaF 4 |
| Minimum level of English | IELTS 6.5 |
| Job opportunity | 82% |
| Percentage of students enrolled in the master's program | 45% |
| Programs | Intensity | Group | Language requirements | Cost of the week |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard course | 20 | 8-12 | Beginner | €270/week + |
| Intensive course | 25 | 5-12 | Beginner | €380/week + |
| Super-intensive course | 30 | 5-12 | Beginner | €670/week + |
| Preparation course (ÖSD) | 20 | 5-12 | Elementary | €230/week + |
| Business German course | 25 | 8-12 | Pre-intermediate | €500/week + |
| Summer school | 20 | 10-15 | Beginner | €600/week + |
| German and Music | 20 | 8-12 | Beginner | €1,400/week + |
| One-to-One Training | 5-10 | 1 | Beginner | €440/week + |
| Shared room outside of centre | 290 |
|---|---|
| Shared room in city centre | 384 |
| 1 bedroom apartment outside of centre | 438 |
| 1 bedroom apartment in city centre | 570 |
| Estimated Costs | Min. | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Consular fee of the embassy | €35 | €70 |
| Flight (Moscow - Vienna - Moscow) | €148 | €300 |
| Medical insurance | €8/week | €16/week |
| Study material | €19 | €30 |
| Delivery of invitations by express mail | €60 | €77 |
| Transfer/Escort | €26 | €50 |
| Additional payment for accommodation per week, during the high season | €130 | €210 |
| Additional payment for tuition per week, during the high season | €114 | 150 |
| Student Visa Services | €15 | €52 |